October 2025 - SALESIAN PROVINCE OF DIMAPUR (IND)

Golden and Silver Jubilee Celebrations of Conferers

25/10/2025 IND SDB News

The Salesian Province of Dimapur joyfully celebrated the Golden and Silver Jubilees of Ordination and Profession of our confreres on Saturday, 25th October 2025, at Salesian College, Dimapur. The Holy Eucharist at 9:00 am was presided over by Rev. Fr. Biju Michael SDB, Regional Councillor for South Asia, followed by felicitation at 11:00 am and a fellowship meal at 12:30 pm. Golden Jubilee of Ordination: Fr. Kallarackal Job and Fr. Palathinkal Kuriakose Golden Jubilee of Profession: Fr. Charuvila Francis (PX), Fr. Kalapurackal Thomas (KA), Fr. Kallikaden Cyprian, Fr. Karumampallil Joseph (KS), Fr. Kerketta Jonas, Fr. Pampackal Joseph, Fr. Thekeparampil Sebastian

IND Province Retreats 2025

23/10/2025 IND SDB News, Province News, Retreat

The Province of Dimapur conducted three retreats this year, all preached by Rt. Rev. Bp. Dennis Panipitchai SDB, DD, Auxiliary Bishop of Miao Diocese, Arunachal Pradesh. The retreats were held from 25th September to 1st October, 4th to 10th October, and 16th to 22nd October 2025. Bishop Panipitchai, a fellow Salesian who has served extensively across the Northeast, emphasized the importance of cultivating a strong prayer life and remaining committed to the Church and our congregation. The retreats provided ample opportunity for personal reflection, silence, and prayer, allowing the confreres to deepen their spiritual lives and renew their commitment to their vocation.